PADI Divemaster (DM)

PADI DIVEMASTER (DM)

Are you interested in a career as a dive professional? Maybe you want to become an instructor one day, or become involved in marine science or ocean conservation? You might have a passion for inspiring others and sharing your love of diving, or maybe you just want to get out of the office for a few weeks, get fit and develop your skills. 

The PADI Divemaster (DM) course is the first professional level in the PADI system. A Divemaster is someone who can take charge of diving activities, and assist an instructor in the training of other divers. Skills circuits, rescue exercises, assisting Instructors on courses, dive site management and planning are some examples of how you will improve and hone your skills.

For some, the Divemaster course represents a valuable personal achievement. For others, this is the first step into a career as a professional diver, as you work your way up to becoming an Instructor and beyond.

Provided that you meet the prerequisite criteria, the course normally takes around 4 weeks. However, as all aspects of the course are performance-based, extra time should be allowed to account for additional training as required. There is no time limit on our course, as the only way to become a good Divemaster is to practice. This course should not be taken lightly as the aim is to produce a responsible and capable Divemaster.

What You Learn

During the PADI Divemaster course you will: 

• Study the PADI Divemaster eLearning, including topics such as supervising divers and assisting with students, safety and risk management, and the physics and physiology of diving
• Conduct waterskills assessments to demonstrate your stamina and problem solving techniques
• Develop your rescue techniques
• Practice your fundamental dive skills, and learn how to demonstrate these skills for students
• Participate in various workshops to develop your dive-specific skills, such as underwater mapping, search patterns, knots, and lift bag use
• Learn about dive site management, including emergency procedures and creating an emergency action plan
• Learn about supervising certified divers and assisting with students
• Learn how to independently conduct certain PADI courses and programs
• Complete an online exam

Prerequisites

Before starting the course, please make sure you meet the following prerequisites:

• 18 years of age
• PADI Advanced Open Water Diver (or equivalent from another organisation)
• PADI Rescue Diver (or equivalent from another organisation)
• Minimum of 40 logged dives (60 logged dives required prior to certification)
• Medical statement signed with physician's approval 
• Emergency First Response training (or equivalent from another organisation) current within the past 2 years

Our dive centre is run by our PADI Staff and Master Instructors, who coordinate all professional-level courses. Upon starting the course, candidates are allocated a mentor for guidance throughout.

As a dive professional, you will need to have your own equipment. However, if you are still building up your kit, we will provide any required equipment rental for the duration of your course.

Transport, accommodation, boat fees, PADI Divemaster course materials (PADI Divemaster eLearning) and PADI professional member fee are not included in the course price.

As a PADI Divemaster, you'll not only get to dive, work, and travel, but also experience the joy of helping and inspiring others to have as much fun diving as you do. 

Our Divemaster course schedules are bespoke and flexible to suit your needs, so if you're interested in starting your journey, please Email our dive team on ndsmalta@gmail.com to confirm availability and answer any questions you might have.